Doctor Of Ministry
The quality and success of the Christian ministry are very often determined by the minister’s ability to think critically, biblically, and theologically; to communicate that thinking in oral and written fashion; and to apply that thinking in real-life ministry. The Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) program is designed to facilitate these qualities in the student.
The D.Min. program provides you an educational opportunity, in the context of your own ministry laboratory, to develop and enhance specific advanced competencies related to the practice of Christian ministry.
The D.Min. is a 30 semester hour degree program consisting of 12 semester hours of core courses, 15 semester hours of electives, and 3 semester hours for completion of the Major Ministry Project and Report.
The four core courses are offered as week-long intensives, while the remaining requirements are accomplished through online studies.
Purpose
The purpose of the Doctor of Ministry program is to provide you advanced competencies and biblical insights into the practice of ministry for those actively involved in vocational Christian ministry.
Program Requirements
Program Requirements (PDF)
Department Chairman: Dr. Tony Guthrie
Contact at: tguthrie@LRU.edu
1-800-442-1577 ext. 257
Program Objectives:
Graduates of the program will be prepared to:
- Demonstrate an advanced understanding and integration of ministry in relation to the biblical, theological, academic, and pastoral disciplines.
- Articulate and apply a comprehensive and critical philosophy of ministry.
- Demonstrate advanced competencies in the areas of critical thinking, Research and Writing, Biblical Theology, Biblical Communication, Administration/Leadership, Pastoral Care, and Great Commission Strategies.
- Plan, implement, and critically evaluate major undertakings in ministry toward the fulfillment of the Great Commission and the Great Commandment.
- Evaluate personal, spiritual, and professional development and design a plan for lifelong learning.
Guidelines for Entrance Paper
Doctor of Ministry I-20 regulations
